Description
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane Kit for the Ford Fiesta ST is designed to add a slight increase in front-end downforce while maintaining a drag-neutral aerodynamic profile. The dive planes are engineered to work effectively with or without the Verus Engineering Fiesta ST Rear Diffuser, giving enthusiasts flexibility when developing their vehicle's aerodynamic setup.
Also known as canards, dive planes allow the aerodynamic balance of the Fiesta ST to be shifted forward. This can help balance the additional rear downforce generated by a larger rear wing, rear diffuser, or other rear aerodynamic components while improving front-end grip at higher speeds.
The dive planes also help seal the sides of the vehicle and improve airflow evacuation from the front wheel wells. By helping remove air from the wheel well, the design can further reduce lift in this area and contribute to improved overall aerodynamic efficiency.
Each dive plane is manufactured from pre-preg 2x2 twill carbon fiber, autoclave cured and polished to a high-gloss finish for a lightweight, durable, motorsport-inspired appearance.
Fitment
Ford Fiesta ST
The Verus Engineering Dive Plane Kit is designed specifically for the Ford Fiesta ST and installs on the front end of the vehicle.
Application:
- Ford Fiesta ST
- Front bumper/front aerodynamic area
- Left-hand and right-hand dive planes
- Compatible with or without the Verus Engineering Fiesta ST Rear Diffuser
- Designed to work as part of the Fiesta ST aerodynamic package
What's Included
- 1 × Dive Plane – Left-Hand
- 1 × Dive Plane – Right-Hand
- 2 × 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape Pieces, Cut to Shape
- 2 × Installation Templates
- 1 × Hardware Kit with all necessary installation hardware
Key Features
- Reduces Lift: Generates additional front-end downforce to reduce aerodynamic lift.
- Increases Front-End Grip: Improves front-end aerodynamic load at higher vehicle speeds.
- Shifts Aero Balance Forward: Moves the vehicle's aerodynamic balance toward the front.
- Fine-Tunes Aero Balance: Allows the vehicle to be tuned toward a forward-biased aerodynamic setup.
- Helps Balance Rear Aero: Can help offset the aerodynamic influence of a large rear wing, diffuser, or other rear-end aerodynamic devices.
- Improves Wheel Well Evacuation: Helps evacuate air from the front wheel wells to reduce lift in this area.
- Helps Seal Vehicle Sides: Improves airflow management along the sides of the front end.
- Drag-Neutral Design: Designed to provide additional front-end aerodynamic performance without a significant drag penalty.
- CFD Optimized: Developed using computational fluid dynamics for improved aerodynamic performance.
- Premium Carbon Construction: Manufactured from pre-preg 2x2 twill carbon fiber with an autoclave-cured construction.
- Flexible Installation: Supports either 3M VHB double-sided tape installation or bolt-on installation.
- Templates Included: Installation templates help ensure accurate positioning.
Specifications
- Brand: Verus Engineering
- Application: Ford Fiesta ST
- Component Type: Front Dive Plane / Canard Kit
- Material: Pre-Preg 2x2 Twill Carbon Fiber
- Manufacturing: Autoclave Cured
- Finish: High-Gloss Polished Carbon
- Design: CFD Optimized
- Installation: 3M VHB Double-Sided Tape or Bolt-On
- Hardware: Stainless Steel
- Templates: Included
Aerodynamic Science
Dive planes generate aerodynamic load by creating a high-pressure region above the dive plane and a low-pressure region below it. This pressure differential produces additional downforce at the front of the vehicle, increasing front-end grip at higher speeds.
The design also helps manage airflow around the front wheel wells. By assisting with the evacuation of air from the wheel well, the dive planes can reduce lift generated in this area and further improve front-end aerodynamic performance.
Because dive planes add aerodynamic load toward the front of the vehicle, they can also be used as an aero-balancing tool. When a Fiesta ST is equipped with a large rear wing or rear diffuser, the additional rear downforce can shift the aerodynamic balance rearward. The Verus Engineering dive planes help counteract this effect by adding aerodynamic load at the front.
Fiesta ST Aero Package
The Verus Engineering Fiesta ST Dive Plane Kit and Rear Diffuser were developed to function together as an aerodynamic package designed to improve performance over the factory configuration.
The package is intended for enthusiasts who regularly participate in track days and want an effective aerodynamic setup that maintains a balanced vehicle at speed.
The dive planes provide additional front-end aerodynamic load while the rear diffuser contributes rear aerodynamic performance. Using the components together helps create a more balanced aerodynamic package rather than adding front or rear aerodynamic devices independently.
Installation
The Dive Plane Kit includes two installation templates to assist with accurate positioning.
The dive planes can be installed using the supplied 3M VHB double-sided tape or through a bolt-on installation using the included stainless steel hardware.
The standard shipping rate applies to orders within the continental United States. If you intend to place an order outside of the continental US, please reach out to support@x-ph.com for assistance.
